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Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah Registers a Global Presence Among the Most Notable Experiences in Place Identity for 2026

المدينة المنورة تسجل حضورًا عالميًا ضمن أبرز التجارب في الهوية المكانية لعام 2026

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Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah has been selected for The Place Brand Observer's annual 2026 list "32 Places to Watch 2026," recognising it among the world's most inspiring cities in place identity and human-centred urban development. The publication highlights the city as a global model that combines historical and cultural heritage with modern urban planning, quality of life, humanisation projects, expanded public spaces and pedestrian paths, green areas, and smart technologies, in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030. The Madinah Region Development Authority's CEO, Engineer Fahd bin Muhammad Al-Bulayhshi, stated that the city builds its future on the concept of "impact and meaning" alongside development, balancing urban progress with cultural identity.

PublishedMay 11, 2026
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